2009 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
